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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online education technology have enabled people all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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